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Cardiopril is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of High BP. Cardiopril also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Cardiopril is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Cardiopril are Confusion. While these are the most often observed Cardiopril side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cardiopril go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cardiopril is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Cardiopril has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Cardiopril related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Angioedema, Heart Failure, Low Blood Pressure (Hypotension) must refrain from the use of Cardiopril since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Cardiopril contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cardiopril have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cardiopril is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Cardiopril is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cardiopril is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cardiopril safe for pregnant women?
Cardiopril shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Cardiopril safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Cardiopril as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Cardiopril on the Kidneys?
Cardiopril rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cardiopril on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cardiopril on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cardiopril on the Heart?
Cardiopril may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Cardiopril should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cardiopril unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cardiopril habit forming or addictive?
Cardiopril does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cardiopril, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cardiopril can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cardiopril is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cardiopril cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cardiopril
Taking Cardiopril with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cardiopril
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cardiopril and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Cardiopril has been reported to cause constipation in patients who are taking it but it occurs very rarely. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Ideally, Cardiopril should be taken by mouth once or twice daily as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with food or without food at any time of the day. Precautions must be taken in patients with liver disease, diabetes, kidney disease, lupus, and scleroderma.
No, use of Cardiopril does not cause memory loss in the patients who are taking it. It has not been reported to cause memory loss.
Rarely, Cardiopril causes arrhythmia (Irregular heartbeat). However, if you experience any fluctuation in heart rate after consuming this drug, please inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Cardiopril is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Altace (ramipril)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-169
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Altace (ramipril)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 163-169
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 503